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Thomas snagged 83 of 141 passes for 949 yards and five touchdowns during the 2017 season. He fumbled once.

Analysis: Thomas' yardage total was the first time he failed to crack 1,000 yards since 2011. Thomas still finished 11th in the league in catches and 20th in yards, but neither total screams "elite" receiver nor warrant the $14 million average salary Thomas is hauling in. Fair or not, there is going be some debate concerning whether Thomas is on the decline and whether Denver should move on. True, he doesn't seem to be the dynamic catch-and-run target he was playing with Peyton Manning, but how much can…read more

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Thomas snagged six of eight targets for 57 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Thomas juked a defender out of his shoes late in the fourth quarter, beating his man on a quick corner route and snagging a wide-open six-yard touchdown to tie the game at 24. The outing was bittersweet for Thomas. Not only did Denver lose, but he came 51 yards short of his sixth-straight 1,000-yard season. The fact that he's been able to keep the streak going this long with Denver's shoddy quarterback play in recent seasons is impressive in and of itself and he'll have to work some magic again…read more

Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas reeled in four of six targets for 52 yards in Denver's 27-11 loss in Washington.

Analysis: You'd have to go all the way back to 2011 for the last time Thomas was held under 1,000 yards for a season. He faces an uphill climb to reach that mark in 2017. After Sunday's 52-yard outing, Thomas will enter Week 17 needing 108 yards to reach 1,000 for the season -- a sum he has accumulated just once all season. Add in the fact that second-year quarterback Paxton Lynch figures to make just the fourth start of his career in Denver's season finale and you're likely looking at a steep climb for…read more

Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas brought in five of eight targets for 69 yards in Thursday's 25-13 win over the Colts.

Analysis: Thomas' receiving yardage led all pass catchers on the night and his 13.8 YPC was his best since Week 3. The eight-year veteran has come on in the last two games, posting a combined 13 receptions for 162 yards, and he's now posted at a catch of at least 20 yards in three straight contests. With Brock Osweiler slated to remain under center for the Broncos' final two games in the wake of Trevor Siemian's shoulder injury, Thomas' production could continue to see a slight uptick.

Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught eight of 12 pass attempts for 93 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-0 win over the Jets.

Analysis: He had more receptions and yards in this one than in his past two games combined. The 29-year-old was again Trevor Siemian's most targeted receiver, as no other Bronco saw more than four. The Georgia Tech product will look to take advantage of another plus matchup with the Colts in Week 15.

Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 12:00am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas hauled in two of 10 targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 35-9 loss to the Dolphins.

Analysis: Thomas was targeted a team-high amount, but Trevor Siemian's inaccuracy and some solid defense on the part of the Dolphins conspired to limit him to an unsightly 20.0 percent catch rate. The veteran wideout continues to see ample volume irrespective of who's under center, but he's sporting a paltry 6.4 yards per catch on seven receptions over his last two games. Thomas will look to improve his efficiency and numbers against the vulnerable Jets secondary in Week 14.

Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of eight pass attempts for 18 yards in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Raiders.

Analysis: Though only his third-worst statistical output on the season from a fantasy perspective, it was perhaps his most disappointing, considering that the 29-year-old receiver had tallied at least 44 yards and a touchdown in three consecutive weeks, and led the Broncos in receptions and targets in this one. His longest gain of the game was six yards. The eight-year veteran will try and rebound in a Week 13 matchup with Miami.

Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 5:22pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of nine targets for 64 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bengals.

Analysis: Thomas had a quiet game going into the fourth quarter and only achieved fantasy utility with a 17-yard touchdown grab with five minutes left on the clock. He was the team leader in targets, catches and yards, but another lackluster performance from Brock Osweiler capped what production he did enjoy. Still, Thomas has scored in three straight games since Osweiler took over and will look to keep this streak alive next week against the Raiders.

Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Returns to full practice

Thomas (knee) practiced fully Thursday.

Analysis: Thomas was limited Wednesday, but his full participation Thursday ensures that the wideout will be available for Sunday's contest against the Bengals. With tight ends A.J. Derby (shoulder) and Jeff Heuerman (knee) both banged up, look for Thomas and fellow wideout Emmanuel Sanders to remain key cogs in the Broncos' Week 11 passing attack. The duo combined for 11 catches on 19 targets in this past Sunday's 41-16 loss to the Patriots.

Published: Thu, Nov 16 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: We'll revisit Thomas' status Thursday, but his limited participation suggests that the Broncos were likely simply managing his reps Wednesday. Last week, the wideout missed practice on Wednesday with a hamstring issue, before returning to a limited session Thursday and turning a full practice Friday.

Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of eight targets for 44 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 41-16 loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: Thomas took a clear backseat to Emmanuel Sanders, who finished with 137 receiving yards on six receptions (11 targets). However, Thomas was the one to find the end zone on a short pass from Brock Osweiler in the third quarter, which marked Thomas' second touchdown in as many weeks after being held scoreless in 13 straight games. His newfound red-zone success is more likely a product of positive regression than it is having Osweiler under center, though, as Thomas was one of the most-targeted…read more

Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Cleared for SNF

Thomas (hamstring) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Analysis: Thomas improved each day throughout the week, starting with a Wednesday absence and a limited session Thursday. He didn't appear hindered in last week's 51-23 loss to the Eagles, hauling in eight of 12 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown. Running mate Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) may actually be a bit more nicked up, though he's also on track for Sunday's game after logging full practices Thursday and Friday.

Published: Fri, Nov 10 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Limited in practice Thursday

The Broncos listed Thomas as a limited participant in practice Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Denver Post reports.

Analysis: It amounts to a step forward for Thomas, who was held out entirely during the Broncos' first practice of the week Wednesday. There's a good possibility Thomas will take part in all drills Friday, but even if the Broncos decide to limit him again, the expectation remains that he'll be in line for a full workload Sunday against the Patriots.

Published: Thu, Nov 9 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Misses practice with hammy issue

Thomas was held out of Wednesday's practice with a hamstring injury, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Thomas dealt with minor groin and hamstring issues in August and September, but it wasn't anything that posed a threat to his game availability. He didn't appear hindered in Sunday's 51-23 loss to the Eagles, catching eight of 12 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown while logging 83 percent of the offensive snaps. A return to practice Thursday -- even in a limited capacity -- likely would put Thomas on track to play in Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Published: Wed, Nov 8 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught eight of 12 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 51-23 loss in Philadelphia.

Analysis: Thomas snapped a 13-game scoreless streak with a 1-yard touchdown grab in the fourth quarter. Denver's struggles on offense over the past month have been well-documented and better quarterback play seems far off, but both Trevor Siemian and Brock Osweiler have at least seemed determined to push the ball to Thomas at all costs. Thomas has been targeted 41 times during the team's four-game losing streak and has averaged just under 70 yards per game despite a nine-yard outing against the Chargers.…read more

Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of nine targets for 66 yards in Monday night's 29-19 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Thomas led Denver in all major receiving categories. Weighted down by a passing game that produced three interceptions, Thomas did the best he could, which was a great improvement from last week's mere nine yards. However, given the Broncos' recent offensive struggles, it's hard to expect all that much from the usually reliable Thomas in Week 9 versus the Eagles.

Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 9:38pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught two of six targets for nine yards in Sunday's 21-0 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Thomas finished second on the team in targets, but some extra attention from the defense and inefficient play from Trevor Siemian limited him to a 13-yard gain and a four-yard loss on the day. The absence of Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) seems to have had an adverse effect on his fantasy value, as defenses can key in on Denver's top threat on the outside. Thomas was coming off a 10-catch game, but he recorded just one grab for 11 yards the week prior. His output has been inconsistent of late, and…read more

Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 8:04pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Good to go this week

Thomas (calf) practiced fully Friday and has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Chargers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Analysis: This was an expected outcome upon his return to practice Thursday and with Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) out this week, Thomas should be busy Sunday, while Bennie Fowler is slated to move into the starting lineup opposite him in place of Sanders. Meanwhile, Jordan Taylor is a candidate to see added looks this weekend, as he temporarily moves up a peg in the Broncos' wideout pecking order.

Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Limited Thursday

Thomas (calf) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Analysis: Contending with lower-body injuries all season, Thomas predictably kicked off Week 7 preparation with no practice reps Wednesday. With a limited session under his belt, he's tested his bruised calf and will seek to rid himself of a designation by the release of Friday's injury report. Even if he doesn't, there's an expectation he'll take the field against the Chargers on Sunday, when he'll be the clear-cut No. 1 option in the passing game due to the absence of Emmanuel Sanders (ankle).

Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: We'll have to see if the Broncos list Thomas as a limited or full participant, but either way the wideout is expected to play Sunday against the Chargers, after suffering a lower-calf bruise during Week 6's loss to the Giants.

Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 11:46am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Should be fine for Sunday

Thomas (calf) should return to practice Thursday and is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Chargers, Andrew Mason of the Broncos' official site reports.

Analysis: Thomas was limping during the second half of Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants, but he still finished with 10 catches for 133 yards, and he's subsequently been diagnosed with nothing more than a bruised calf. Barring a late setback, he should stay busy in Sunday's matchup, as the Broncos won't have Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) and may also be missing depth receivers Isaiah McKenzie (ankle) and Cody Latimer (knee).

Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Not practicing Wednesday

Analysis: With his absence from practice confirmed, Thomas will warrant close attention the rest of the week as an injury-riddled Denver offense prepares for Sunday's road game against the Chargers. Thomas' ability to play through the injury and catch 10 passes in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants was a good sign, but he did sport a visible limp during the latter portion of the contest. Broncos head coach Vance Joseph already said No. 2 wideout Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) and depth receiver Isaiah McKenzie…read more

Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Watching practice from sideline

Analysis: Thomas is at least present, which means he could still practice in a limited capacity during the portion that isn't open to the media. He was able to play through his leg injury in the second half of Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants, but despite finishing the game with 10 receptions, he's apparently not back at full health as the Broncos begin preparation for a Week 7 road game against the Chargers. Fellow wideouts Emmanuel Sanders and Isaiah McKenzie are set to miss the game with ankle…read more

Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 11:45am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Avoids serious leg injury

An MRI on Monday confirmed that Thomas (lower leg) does not have a serious injury, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

Analysis: This was expected given that Thomas played through the injury, albeit with a noticeable limp, on his way to a 10-catch, 133-yard effort in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants. With Emmanuel Sanders and Isaiah McKenzie already ruled out for Week 7 due to ankle injuries, Thomas should be in for a massive workload against the Chargers.

Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Cleared to continue after X-ray

Thomas had an X-ray on his lower leg during the third quarter of Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Thomas rejoined the game and finished with 10 catches for 133 yards on 14 targets, despite visibly limping around throughout much of the second half. The need for an X-ray suggests he was in a lot of pain, but his ability to continue playing implies the injury is nothing more than a bad bruise. Thomas could still miss some practice time as the Broncos prepare for a Week 7 game against the Chargers on Sunday. He may be in line for a huge workload if he ends up playing, after running mate…read more

Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 7:17am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas secured 10 of 14 targets for 133 yards, while also losing a fumble, during Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Giants.

Analysis: Despite garnering plenty of attention from 2016 Pro Bowl corner Janoris Jenkins, Thomas masterfully worked a talented Giants secondary all night Sunday en route to his first 100-yard outing of the season. He momentarily left with a lower leg injury in the third quarter, per James Palmer of NFL Network, but was able to return after getting checked out by trainers. However, teammate Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) also suffered an injury of his own and could be forced to miss time. If that notion ever…read more

Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught one of five targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: Thomas tied for second on the team in targets, but an inefficient day from Trevor Siemian severely curbed his production. He had been quite consistent over the first three weeks and was coming off his most productive game of the season prior to this dud. Thomas should remain one of the top options in the Denver passing attack, but this was a reminder that quarterback play could potentially still limit his output at times this season.

Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hamstring) snatched six of nine targets for 98 yards in Sunday's 26-16 loss to Buffalo.

Analysis: Thomas was slow out the gate on Sunday, failing to register his first reception until late in the first half, but picked up the pace with three catches of over 20 yards on the day. Though they came in a losing effort, those plays down field are a good sign from Thomas as Denver's new offense under Mike McCoy is capable of lulling defense to sleep underneath before popping a shot down field. Look for such opportunities to continue, not soon enough for Denver fans.

Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hamstring) practiced fully Thursday.

Analysis: Thomas' limitations at Wednesday's practice thus appear maintenance-related and he's on track to start opposite Emmanuel Sanders on Sunday on the road against the Bills. Two games into the season, Thomas has turned his 16 targets into a total of 11 catches for 138 yards.

Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Analysis: Thomas apparently came out of Sunday's 42-17 win over the Cowboys with an injury, but his ability to practice in any capacity suggests its not a major ailment. His participation throughout the week is still worth tracking, as it will be somewhat concerning if he doesn't return to a full practice either Thursday or Friday.

Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught six of eight targets for 71 yards in Sunday's 42-17 win over Dallas.

Analysis: Thomas got the Broncos' offense humming early with a 27-yard catch-and-run on the team's opening drive. From there, the Thomas helped Trevor Siemian pick apart Dallas' depleted secondary, coming through on a few quick slants on second and third and short. The veteran receiver has led the Broncos in receiving in each of the first two games of the season, but has yet to find the end zone. That's worth monitoring as Thomas has tallied 195 catches and 2,387 yards over the past two season, but has…read more

Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of eight targets for a game-high 67 yards during Monday's win over the Chargers.

Analysis: Thomas' eight targets were also tops among Denver receivers, and quarterback Trevor Siemian looked to his go-to receiver consistently when the Broncos weren't milking the clock. With the Chargers locked in on Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders in the red zone, Bennie Fowler was left unaccounted for and caught two receiving touchdowns. While that may become more of a trend in 2017, Thomas projects to see more looks near the goal line in the coming weeks. He's garnered 41 red-zone targets over the past…read more

Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 6:10am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Practices fully Thursday

Thomas (hamstring) was a full participant in practice Thursday, per the NFL's official media site.

Analysis: Thomas reportedly was involved in most of Wednesday's practice as well, but because the Broncos are playing Monday night in Week 1, the team wasn't required to release an official injury report noting the wideout's status until Thursday. With the hamstring/groin issue that had been dogging Thomas since the third week of the preseason now seemingly in the rear-view mirror, he should reprise his normal role as quarterback Trevor Siemian's top target heading into the Broncos' season opener against…read more

Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Back at practice Wednesday

Analysis: Thomas hasn't practiced much, if at all, since injuring his groin in the third week of the preseason. The extent of his participation at Wednesday's practice isn't clear, as the Broncos will release their first injury report Thursday as they prepare to face the Chargers on Monday Night Football. Thomas is on track to at least be a limited participant Thursday.

Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 11:50am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Still not at practice

Analysis: Thomas hurt his groin in Denver's third preseason game and seemingly hasn't practiced since. The Broncos haven't expressed any concern about the injury, but Thomas' continued absence from practice suggests he could be in danger of missing the regular-season opener next Monday against the Chargers. The team's first injury report will be released Thursday afternoon/evening.

Published: Mon, Sep 4 at 11:03am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Not practicing Monday

Analysis: Thomas was forced into an early exit from Saturday's preseason game after injuring his groin. As a result, it's no surprise that he's not on the practice field to start this week. That being said, the severity of the ailment is unclear, so an update on his situation will be worthwhile to watch out for.

Published: Mon, Aug 28 at 11:43am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Exits preseason game with groin injury

Thomas (groin) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's preseason game against the Packers, Broncos VP Patrick Smyth reports.

Analysis: Thomas remained on the sidelines after exiting the game, according to Troy Renck of Denver7. While the fact he didn't go to the locker room suggests his injured groin isn't a huge concern, Thomas will presumably undergo further testing after the game and could be in store for a short-term absence. Fortunately, his Week 1 status doesn't appear to be in danger.

Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught one of three targets for four yards in Saturday's preseason win over the 49ers.

Analysis: Thomas and Paxton Lynch failed to connect on a deep shot down the field and Lynch failed to recognize Thomas crossing the field wide open at least once. The missed opportunities certainly won't help Lynch land the starting job, and all signs increasingly point to Trevor Siemian opening the season behind center. Notably, Thomas' stats were fairly consistent whether Siemian or Lynch was under center in 2016; he averaged 66.8 yards, 0.4 touchdowns, and 5.6 catches per game in Lynch's 2.5 games of…read more

Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 7:19am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught his lone target for an 11-yard gain in Thursday's preseason win over Chicago.

Analysis: With important decisions to be made further down the depth chart, Thomas didn't get much exposure Thursday. Much more tightly tied to his potential value this season was the Broncos' quarterback battle. Trevor Siemian played a little on the conservative side while Paxton Lynch looked scattered, and neither was particularly impressive. Thomas has shown over the past two seasons that he can still put up Pro-Bowl level stats with poor quarterback play. He might need to make it three in a row.

Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 7:55am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas has dropped from 232 pounds to 218 pounds by switching to a vegan diet, Troy Renck of Denver 7 ABC reports.

Analysis: Renck also reported on the numerous spectacular grabs Thomas made during Monday's practice. Thomas has usually been his most dynamic in catch-and-run situations and it's not hard to imagine him adding a bit to his speed while 14 pounds lighter. At the same time, at 6-foot-3 and 218 pounds, he likely won't be much easier for defensive backs to tackle. As he approaches age 30, carrying around less weight might also be a good career move, especially after struggling with hip issues. Even with…read more

Published: Tue, Aug 8 at 6:21am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas is no longer bothered by the hip problem that plagued him last season, Aric DiLalla of DenverBroncos.com reports.

Analysis: Thomas has started 90 consecutive games for the Broncos, but the 29-year-old battled through hip tightness during the first couple months of last season. Although Thomas was absent from Denver's injury report after that period, and finished with 90 receptions for 1,083 yards and five touchdowns to boot, he admitted his hip's condition held him back at times over the course of the campaign. However, thanks to some changes in his diet and preparation regimen, Thomas says, "it's totally…read more

Published: Mon, Jul 10 at 9:26am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas, who missed Tuesday's OTA because of personal reasons, is back at practice Wednesday, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Thomas' absence Tuesday wasn't a cause for much concern given the voluntary nature of the OTA workouts, but there's a sigh of relief knowing he didn't miss out due to any sort of injury. He'll continue to lead the way at wide receiver for the Broncos, building chemistry with quarterbacks Trevor Siemian and Paxton Lynch.

Published: Wed, May 31 at 11:23am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Misses Tuesday's OTA

Thomas (undisclosed) was absent from practice Tuesday, James Palmer of NFL.com reports.

Analysis: The team has yet to comment on Thomas' absence, although since the workouts are voluntary, it shouldn't be a major concern for Broncos fans. The wideout is apparently heading into the season feeling better after playing through hip issues last season. Look for more updates to come once Thomas joins his teammates on the field.

Published: Tue, May 30 at 11:11am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas said his hips are both healthy, The Denver Post's Nicki Jhabvala reports. "This is the best I've ever felt in nearly my whole career," he said Thursday. "That helps. I don't feel pain running routes on this side or that side. It's basically equal now, so there's more joy. I'm having more fun and am not worried about guys covering me on one side or another."

Analysis: Thomas aggravated a preexisting issue in his left hip in Week 1 last season and spent the rest of the year playing through pain, including some discomfort in the other hip. He still played all 16 games and drew a team-leading 145 targets, but his 90 catches, 1,083 receiving yards and five touchdowns all represented his worst marks since 2011, when Tim Tebow spent most of the season at quarterback. Thomas did hint earlier this offseason that the hip issues could resurface, but he also said he…read more

Published: Fri, May 26 at 7:30am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas reeled in 90 of 145 targets for 1,083 yards and five touchdowns during the 2016 season.

Analysis: Thomas' production across the board represented his lowest totals since the 2011 season. It is no coincidence that the four years of elite-level production in between were with Peyton Manning at the helm. Though Thomas still found his way into the Pro Bowl, he lacked consistent play with only two games of 100 yards or more and no touchdowns after the Broncos' Week 11 bye. New head coach Vance Joseph has promised a more up-tempo, aggressive offense in 2017, but without strides from last year's…read more

Published: Mon, Jan 30 at 8:20pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught four of six targets for 47 yards in Sunday's win over the Raiders.

Analysis: Thomas briefly left Sunday's game with an injury, but soon returned. During a rough 2016 season for Denver's offense, Thomas still managed to top 90 catches and 1,000 yards for the fifth straight year. Plenty of questions will need to be answered before he shoots for number six. Head coach Gary Kubiak is set to retire and Thomas is likely to be playing in a new offense next season. He might also be catching passes from a new quarterback, depending on whether the new staff decides to stick with…read more

Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 10:38pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught three of eight targets for 20 yards in Sunday's loss to Kansas City.

Analysis: Despite the offense's floundering, Thomas was actually showing well in recent weeks, with 28 catches in Denver's first four games after the bye. That all came crashing down on Sunday with season lows in catches and yards. It's been a tough year for Thomas with an uncustomary level of inexperience at quarterback and he might get rookie Paxton Lynch tossing passes his way in what amounts to a meaningless Week 17. In Lynch's two starts this season, Thomas has caught 11 passes for 110 yards and a…read more

Published: Tue, Dec 27 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas had seven receptions on 11 targets for 91 yards in Sunday's 16-3 loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: Thomas easily led the Broncos in all receiving categories and was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise lackluster offensive performance. Even though Denver has scored just a total of 13 points over the last two games, Thomas has been able to produce, catching 17 of 27 targets for 217 yards. On a negative note, he hasn't scored a touchdown since Nov. 13. Next week, he'll take on the Chiefs in Kansas City.

Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: Despite Denver putting up a season low in points, Thomas was able to set season highs in catches, targets and yardage all while making mesmerizing diving and one-handed grabs along the way. It hasn't been an ideal season for Thomas, who is a near-lock to have his lowest yardage total since the 2011 campaign, also known as the Year of Tebow. Sunday was a reminder, however, that Thomas is still an elite target who can still put up numbers despite playing on an offense on training wheels.

Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught six of 10 targets for 61 yards in Sunday's win over Jacksonville.

Analysis: With rookie quarterback Paxton Lynch under fire for much of the game, he turned to the dependable hands of Thomas, who reeled in half of the Broncos' completions and yardages in Sunday's slop fest. It's been a quiet year by Thomas' standards, but he's remained solid, with Sunday marking his 11th straight game with at least five catches.

Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of eight targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Thomas drew plenty of attention from Marcus Peters and the Kansas City defensive unit in this one and managed just 19 receiving yards in the first half. He was coming off one of his best games of the season prior to the team's bye week and now has at least five catches in each of his last 11 games. Thomas should bounce back sooner rather than later as the most consistent option in the Broncos' receiving corps and will look to do so next week against the Jaguars.

Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 10:22pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas reeled in eight of 11 targets for 87 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Saints.

Analysis: Thomas tied the score at 17 when he out-jumped the defensive back for a two-yard score on third and goal in the fourth quarter. The touchdown put an exclamation point in a game that featured Thomas' season highs in catches and targets. It seemed early this season that Trevor Siemian had better chemistry with Emmanuel Sanders, however Thomas has seen as many if not more targets than Sanders in four of the last five games. He's also held a two to nothing touchdown lead during the span.

Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of 10 targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 30-20 loss to Oakland.

Analysis: Despite drawing exactly 10 targets in each of the past four games, Thomas still hasn't topped 79 yards since Week 4 in Tampa Bay. Things haven't gone much better for Emmanuel Sanders, who caught five of 11 targets for 47 yards in Sunday's loss. Unless Trevor Siemian improves his downfield passing, Thomas and Sanders will find it difficult to make the most of their impressive volume.

Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 8:08am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught five of 10 targets for 79 yards in Sunday's win over the Chargers.

Analysis: There has been frustration surrounding Denver's offense hesitancy or inability to go deep thus far this season. Thomas' 40-yard snag in the fourth quarter, in which he leaped up and over the defender, makes one wonder why the Broncos don't go for it more often. The catch was just Thomas' fifth of more than 20 yards on the season - well behind his career averages. It's been a rough season for Thomas as he is on pace for his lowest catch and yardage total since 2011. One of his few bright spots…read more

Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:11pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hip) does not have a Week 8 injury designation after practicing fully Friday.

Analysis: Thomas' slight hip ailment afforded him some rest ahead of Friday's full practice session, which will allow him to enter the weekend with no concern over his status. As a result, fantasy owners should be prepared to use Thomas as they normally would.

Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hip) was limited at practice again Thursday.

Analysis: There's been nothing so far to suggest that Thomas' availability for Sunday's game against the Chargers is in peril, a notion that would be supported by a return to a full practice on the part of Thomas on Friday.

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Thomas (hip) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Thomas' hip issue has popped up on a few injury reports this season, but he's been able to play all seven games for the Broncos thus far, en route to recording 37 catches on 54 targets for 456 yards and four TDs, while working in tandem with fellow starting wideout Emmanuel Sanders.

Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught six passes (on 10 targets) for 40 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's win over the Texans.

Analysis: Thomas led the Broncos in both receptions and targets Monday night, when he also scored his fourth touchdown of the season with a four-yard catch during the second quarter. In fact, all of Thomas' touchdowns have come across Denver's past five contests, evidencing quarterback Trevor Siemian's growing confidence in targeting him in scoring situations. Thomas has also seen 10 throws his way in back-to-back outings, putting him in good standing ahead of Sunday's second game in quick succession…read more

Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 6:19am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas hauled in five of 10 targets for 35 yards in Thursday's 21-13 loss to the Chargers. He also lost a fumble.

Analysis: Thomas not only turned in a largely inefficient night on the stat sheet, but also had a key fumble at the Chargers' 27-yard line with 3:43 remaining after gaining 13 yards on a reception. The Broncos trailed 21-10 at the time, making the miscue particularly untimely. The 10 targets Thomas saw were his most to date, but were only parlayed into a season-low 35 yards. The veteran wideout's YPC has also notably been in the single digits for two straight games, after he'd managed no less than 12.0…read more

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Thomas (hip) caught five of seven targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to Atlanta.

Analysis: Thomas scored late in the fourth quarter on a quick screen while the game was already out of hand. Thomas, through five games, trails Emmanuel Sanders in targets 51 to 34 and catches 32 to 26, but he's still finding ways to improve on last year's struggles. He's scored in three straight games after just one touchdown in his previous seven games. His 15.8 yards per catch are on pace for his highest since 2011.

Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:02pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: Thomas' hip ailment from Week 1 has resulted in his practice involvement being managed ever since, explaining his limited sessions both Wednesday and Thursday, but the wideout's full participation Friday evidences his ability to be full-go when needed. As a result, he carries no injury tag going into the weekend, when he boasts a decent matchup against the Falcons secondary regardless of Denver's currently undetermined quarterback situation. The Broncos' top wideout, Thomas has reached the…read more

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Thomas (hip) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Analysis: We'll circle back on Thomas' status Friday, but so far there has been nothing to suggest that the Broncos' starting wideout is in peril of missing Sunday's game against the Falcons.

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Thomas (hip) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Thomas played through a hip issue that limited his practice participation in Week 2, but since then he had logged full sessions, until now. We'll revisit Thomas' status Thursday, but there's a decent chance that his limitations Wednesday were simply maintenance-related, rather than indicative of a setback.

Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas hauled in six of seven targets for 94 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Thomas got on the board early, reeling in an 11-yard touchdown reception on the offense's first play from scrimmage. Thomas and quarterback Trevor Siemian were getting int a groove early, but - should Siemian be shelved with a shoulder injury - Thomas should fair well with rookie Paxton Lynch. Thomas caught three of the four passes Lynch threw his way in the second half for a total of 57 yards. The highlight was a 31-yard dart down the right sideline off of play action that spurred a…read more

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Thomas hauled in six of seven targets for 100 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Bengals. He lost a fumble during the contest.

Analysis: The game was just Thomas' second 100-yard performance in 15 games, including the playoffs. The star receiver questioned why he wasn't being included in the offense more and quarterback Trevor Siemian responded by giving it to Thomas and fellow receiver Emmanuel Sanders deep - including a 55-yard touchdown strike for Thomas. The game portends good things to come for Thomas as the team has some favorable match ups on the horizon, though he trails Sanders in catches and targets through three weeks.

Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas said that he is not sure why the ball hasn't come his way more, ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: The Broncos' $14-million-per-year man has just one 100-yard game in his last 14 contests, including the playoffs, so these problems are clearly not just the result of new quarterback Trevor Siemian. Still, it's pretty clear that changes are needed in terms of Siemian's play and head coach Gary Kubiak's play-calling. The team has been hesitant and unsuccessful when throwing deep. Short passes have been more successful, but not consistently so. The screen game, in which Thomas has excelled…read more

Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 7:10am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hip) snatched five of seven targets for 90 yards in Sunday's win over the Colts.

Analysis: Thomas didn't look hampered by a sore hip that raised some concerns over the past week. Thomas' 44-yards catch-and-run off of a screen was a welcomed view for fantasy owners as it was the kind of play that Thomas made a living on with Peyton Manning throwing him passes. A glimpse at the Thomas of old, and an increase over last week's 48-yard output, is nice - but Thomas still has a ways to go before returning to his place among the NFL's elite. The talented pass-catcher has topped 100 yards…read more

Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hip) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Analysis: Thomas was limited at practice this past week, but he's out there Sunday if you need him, toughing it out through his hip issue.

Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Set to test hip out before game

Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, though the Broncos are "operating as if Thomas will be able to play through (his) hip injury" Sunday against the Colts, the team plans to have the wideout test things out pre-game to be sure.

Analysis: As a result, those considering Thomas in fantasy lineups will still want to monitor his status as Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff approaches. Thomas wound up listed as questionable for the contest after seeing work on about one-third of the team's snaps during practice this past week. If he does suit up Sunday, Thomas could be limited some by his hip issue, but at this this stage, he appears to be trending toward giving it a go in Week 2, in the absence of any setbacks during warmups.

Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:40am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Draws questionable designation for Week 2

Thomas (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Cameron Wolfe of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis: Thomas, who has been dealing with a hip issue, practiced all week, albeit with limitations. Expect him to suit up this weekend and tough things out, although Thomas owners will definitely want to verify his Week 2 status as Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff approaches.

Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Third straight practice Friday

Thomas (hip) practiced for the third straight day Friday.

Analysis: Thomas, who participated in a limited capacity both Wednesday and Thursday, caught passes and ran routes during the individual portion to start Friday's session. Although it's unclear just how involved he was beyond that, the Broncos certainly don't want to overextend Thomas following the hip injury he suffered last Thursday. Given his veteran status, Thomas probably doesn't need much on-field work in order to play, but Friday's official practice report should offer further detail regarding his…read more

Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 11:06am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: Assuming he takes the field Sunday against the Colts, Thomas appears certain to fall short of his typical snap count, which would make Emmanuel Sanders the clear-cut No. 1 receiver in the eyes of quarterback Trevor Siemian. There's also a chance that Thomas doesn't suit up at all with only one game complete on the Broncos' schedule. Behind Sanders, running back C.J. Anderson, and tight end Virgil Green, the pass-catching front is mostly barren, so that trio could consume the bulk of Siemian's…read more

Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hip) practiced again Thursday.

Analysis: Thomas was back on the field Thursday after seeing "approximately one-third" of the Broncos' practice reps Wednesday. Per Mike Klis of 9News.com, Thomas was spotted working during individual drills Thursday, as the team's preparations for Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff against the Colts continued. Per the Denver Post, coach Gary Kubiak indicated Wednesday that he is planning on having Thomas in uniform Sunday. "I'm expecting him to be there," Kubiak noted. "DT has been through some of this before."

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Hobbles his way through Wednesday's practice

Thomas (hip) hobbled his way through Wednesday's practice, participating in approximately one-third of the session, according to The Denver Post.

Analysis: Thomas practiced for the first time since injuring his hip in Thursday's win over the Panthers, but it sounds as if he was barely able to take part, despite playing with the injury throughout most of the regular-season opener. While an MRI on Friday didn't reveal any structural damage, Thomas is clearly bothered by significant pain, with multiple reports confirming that he was visibly struggling during Wednesday's session. He even sought out a second opinion earlier this week, but his…read more

Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas -- who suffered a hip injury in Week 1 -- practiced Wednesday.

Analysis: We'll revisit Thomas' status later Wednesday to relay his official level of participation. While his presence on the field Wednesday, in any capacity, is encouraging, Cameron Wolfe of the Denver Post observed that Thomas appeared to be "grabbing his hip while going through drills" Wednesday. The wideout's status thus bears monitoring in the coming days, in advance of Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff a against the Colts.

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Thomas (hip) has not received a second opinion on his hip and is instead approaching matters day by day, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Analysis: Thomas underwent an MRI on his hip following last Thursday's season-opening win, and although it was initially thought that he'd receive a further consultation, that apparently has not happened. Speaking on Thomas' situation Monday, coach Gary Kubiak said the wideout's hip is "doing pretty good," and he's expected to practice in some capacity Wednesday. Those comments, along with Thomas not getting a second opinion, seems to mitigate concern over his hip, but his practice involvement as the…read more

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Improving, expected to practice Wednesday

Head coach Gary Kubiak stated Monday that Thomas' hip is "doing pretty good," and the wideout is expected to practice in some capacity Wednesday, Denver Sports 760 reports

Analysis: Kubiak further added that Thomas could have participated in Monday's practice, which wasn't a full session like Wednesday's will be, according to Troy Renck of Denver7 ABC. An appearance Wednesday would put Thomas on the path to active status this Sunday versus the Colts, but whether that comes to pass remains to be seen.

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Undergoes MRI on hip

Thomas underwent an MRI on Friday after suffering a hip injury in Thursday's regular season opener, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: Per the report, "there is some concern" that the wideout could miss some time, depending on what prognosis a second opinion of Thomas' MRI yields. The Broncos' Week 2 tilt will take place at home against the Colts next Sunday.

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Thomas reeled in four of six targets for 48 yards in Thursday's win over the Panthers.

Analysis: It wasn't a great start to the season for Thomas, who saw more passes fly Emmanuel Sanders' way, but the potential rapport was evident with new quarterback Trevor Siemian. On the first play from scrimmage Siemian double clutched and side-armed an 11-yard screen to Thomas. The play wasn't much, but it displayed some chemistry on the type of catch-and-run play Thomas is known for. Expect more such passes in the games to come coupled with some strikes deep as were displayed in the preseason.

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Thomas snatched four of eight targets for 63 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Rams.

Analysis: Among Thomas' grabs was a 43-yard connection that he nabbed with one hand while being interfered with. The play showed off what Thomas is capable of providing presumed starter Trevor Siemian. It wasn't all good news, however, as Thomas continues to achieve the amazing while struggling with the basics. Siemian missed Thomas on a simple crossing pattern early and then Thomas failed to bring in a pass over the middle that hit him in the hands.

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Thomas caught two passes for 43 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's preseason opener against the Bears.

Analysis: Thomas hauled in an easy 32-yard touchdown from Mark Sanchez on a blown coverage by the Chicago defense. Sanchez turned in a mixed performance, while Trevor Siemian avoided mistakes but also didn't make many big plays. Regardless of which quarterback wins the competition, Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders figure to gobble up a huge portion of Denver's targets. Even in an offense that wants to focus on the run, there's potential for Thomas to top 1,300 yards for a fifth consecutive season.

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Thomas caught 105 of 176 targets for 1,304 yards and six touchdowns in 2015. He was unable to maintain that level of production in the playoffs, tallying just seven catches off of 21 targets for 60 yards in three games.

Analysis: Those who watched Thomas week in and week out may have been surprised by the fact that the star receiver managed to collect over 100 catches in 2015. Thomas often seemed distracted or a little off, dropping key passes and just missing deep connections with Peyton Manning and Brock Osweiler. Thomas entered 2015 with 23 100-yard games in his previous three seasons, but had just four this season and had just one game, Week 17, in which he topped 100 yards and hauled in a touchdown. All four of…read more

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Thomas secured one of six targets for eight yards in Sunday's 24-10 Super Bowl victory over the Panthers.

Analysis: The 28-year-old barely made his presence felt on the season's biggest stage, suffering a decrease in receptions for the third straight postseason game. Thomas' tough afternoon was a combination of the Josh Norman's tight coverage in the secondary and a lack of time for Peyton Manning on several occasions. He also took a hard hit from Luke Kuechly in the first quarter that may have had a lingering effect on the receiver the rest of the game. However, Thomas was able to draw a key fourth quarter…read more

Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 10:23pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas gathered in two of seven targets for 12 yards during Sunday's AFC championship game win versus the Patriots.

Analysis: No matter who was under center during the current campaign, Thomas put together a prototypical final line, though end-zone visits declined to a four-year low. A quarterback shuffle spurred by Peyton Manning's mid-season implosion was at the crux of the issue, but once the sheriff opted to take time off to rest a torn plantar fascia, Thomas reeled in five of his six touchdowns with backup Brock Osweiler. In parts of four games with Manning since that moment, Thomas has combined for eight…read more

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Thomas caught four of eight targets for just 40 yards in Sunday's win over the Steelers. He also hauled in a two-point conversion in the fourth quarter.

Analysis: The big receiver was held in check by a Pittsburgh defense he beat for two scores in Week 12, but his final catch was crucial, as the two-point conversion put Denver up seven with just three minutes left. The windy conditions played a part in the Boncos' lack of significant production through the air, forcing them to lean on the defense and ground game to eek out a win. Thomas could play a bigger role next week, as the high-scoring Patriots come to town to play for the right to go to the Super…read more

Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (hamstring) caught five of nine targets for 117 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Chargers.

Analysis: A majority of Thomas' fantasy points came on a 72-yard touchdown on the Broncos' second play from scrimmage, a yardage total that was more than he had in nine games this season. The touchdown was just his sixth of the year, after he had at least 10 in the prior three seasons, and came from quarterback Brock Osweiler, who was benched in the third quarter in favor of Peyton Manning. Thomas has a solid history with both quarterbacks, so his fantasy value shouldn't change too much depending on who…read more

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Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Analysis: Thomas, who led the Broncos with 12 targets in this past Monday's win over the Bengals, is out there Sunday, as expected, and should continue to remain one of QB Brock Osweiler's top passing targets in Week 17.

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Thomas (hamstring) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Analysis: Thomas returned to a full practice Friday after being limited Thursday, so he looks good to go in the Broncos' regular season finale, on the heels of leading the team with 12 targets from QB Brock Osweiler in this past Monday's 20-17 win over the Bengals.

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Thomas (hamstring) was limited at practice Thursday.

Analysis: We'd be surprised if Thomas missed Sunday's game against the Chargers, but the fact that he was downgraded to a limited session Thursday after practicing fully Wednesday makes his status worth tracking as Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff approaches.

Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Demaryius Thomas: Gets in full practice Wednesday

Thomas (hamstring) was listed as a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Analysis: Thomas was slowed a bit by his hamstring injury in Monday's game, but he made it through the contest, and was not limited by the setback at Wednesday's practice. As long as he gets in full practices the rest of the week he will not be in any danger of sitting out Sunday's regular season finale against the Chargers.

Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 9:22pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: Thomas led the Broncos with 12 targets Monday, but was mostly held in check by a strong Bengals secondary. While Thomas did spring free on a deep route late in Monday's game, quarterback Brock Osweiler just overthrew him, preventing a big gain. To close the campaign, Thomas will next face a San Diego defense against whom he scored earlier this month.

Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 5:43am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas had five catches on 12 targets for 61 yards and two touchdowns Sunday against the Steelers.

Analysis: Thomas has had a few solid yardage games this season, but he's really struggled scoring touchdowns, as his two scores Sunday were just his fourth and fifth of the year, a significant drop-off after finding the end zone at least 10 times in three straight seasons. He continues to have excellent upside given the strength of the Broncos' offense, though the elephant in the room is whether Peyton Manning will start when he returns from his foot injury, which could be as early as next weekend…read more

Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas (rest) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Analysis: Thomas is out there, as expected, and in line to see his share of targets Sunday, on the heels of a Week 14 effort in which he caught 10 of 14 targets for 95 yards in a loss to the Raiders.

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Thomas (rest) is listed as probable for Sunday's game in Pittsburgh.

Analysis: Thomas missed Thursday's practice for non-injury reasons, then returned as a full-participant for Friday's session. The entire Denver offense has been inefficient this season, but Thomas' massive target volume makes him a strong candidate to produce against the shaky Pittsburgh secondary.

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Thomas' absence from practice Thursday was officially listed as not injury related.

Analysis: We'll revisit the wideout's status Friday, but it looks like Thomas was simply being rested Thursday, a notion that would be solidified either by a probable injury designation Friday, or better yet, his removal from the Broncos' Week 15 injury report.

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Thomas was given a rest day at Thursday's practice, Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis: Renck previously noted that Thomas may have banged up his shoulder in Week 14, but based on his follow-up report, it appears as though the wideout's Thursday absence may simply be maintenance-related. Further clarification of Thomas' practice status is slated to arrive upon the release of Thursday's official injury report.

Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Demaryius Thomas: Doesn't practice Thursday

Thomas didn't practice Thursday due to a shoulder injury, Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis: After logging a typical full practice Wednesday, Thomas was a late addition to the Broncos' injury report. Renck stated that Thomas sustained the ailment during Sunday's loss to the Raiders, placing a cloud over his Week 15 availability. As the weekend approaches, the team could provide some clarity into Thomas' status, but he may enter Sunday's pregame workouts at Pittsburgh with a questionable designation.

Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 11:09am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught 10 of 14 targets for 95 yards in Sunday's 15-12 loss to the Raiders. He also lost a fumble in the second half.

Analysis: Thomas routinely got open against Oakland, but he had a couple of costly drops, including one around the goal line and another late in the game on third down while the Broncos were trailing. He seemed to get shaken up at one point in the first half with some sort of shoulder issue, but missed only a play or two. He's got a favorable matchup next week against a beatable Steelers' secondary.

Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught all six of his targets for 61 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Chargers.

Analysis: Thomas has now scored twice in the last three games, which coincidentally have come with Brock Osweiler under center in place of the injured Peyton Manning (foot). Sanders had just one touchdown in the first nine games of the season, and he'll look to keep up his solid play in Week 14 against the Raiders, with Osweiler still expected to start.

Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas caught one pass for 36 yards on a game-high 13 targets in Sunday's 30-24 win over the Patriots.

Analysis: Thomas struggled to get open against Patriots conerback Logan Ryan, and the few times he was actually able to do so, he either dropped the ball or Brock Osweiler missed the throw. Thomas did have a huge 36-yard catch in tight coverage to set up the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter, but then followed it up with yet another drop. Despite his continued struggles holding on to the ball, Thomas' combination of volume and big-play ability usually wins out.

Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 11:31pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas had three catches on a team-high eight targets for 59 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Bears.

Analysis: After scoring double-digit touchdowns in three consecutive seasons, Thomas came into Sunday's game with just one in the first nine games, but he was able to add to his total thanks to a 48-yard score in the first quarter on a pass from Brock Osweiler, who got the start in place of the injured Peyton Manning (foot/ribs). The change to Osweiler allowed the Broncos to take more snaps under center, which helped the running game more than anything else, as they rushed the ball 36 times versus just…read more

Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas had seven catches on 10 targets for 71 yards -- all team-highs -- during Sunday's 29-13 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: A week after posting a season-low 50 yards, Thomas bounced back slightly, though he remains stuck on just one touchdown this season. Quarterback Peyton Manning had his worst game of the year, throwing for just 50 yards and getting picked off four times, so while Manning is likely to bounce back in Week 11 against the Bears -- who are coached by former Broncos' coach John Fox -- Thomas' fantasy upside remains somewhat limited because Manning isn't looking his way in the red zone nearly as much…read more

Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Thomas had five catches on seven targets for a season-low 50 yards Sunday against the Colts.

Analysis: His seven targets were also a season low, as quarterback Peyton Manning focused on his tight end instead, completing six passes to Owen Daniels for 102 yards and a touchdown. After scoring at least 10 touchdowns in three consecutive seasons, Thomas has just one this year, which came back in Week 3, as Manning hasn't been nearly as strong as in years past. That said, Thomas is still likely to get plenty of targets in Week 10 against the Chiefs, against whom he had 116 yards in Week 2.

Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 6:53pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Analysis: Thomas and Peyton Manning both turned in their best performances this season, yet it was the Denver running game that accounted for all three of the team's touchdowns. Thomas was unfortunate not to score one of his own, as he consistently beat the Green Bay cornerbacks and didn't drop any passes. In addition to two long gains that brought the Broncos inside of the Green Bay 10-yard line, Thomas was stopped just shy of the goal line on his only red-zone target. Given his skill, size and track…read more

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